SHAKES ROOFING

What are shingles and shakes?

Shingles and shakes can be classified into two groups, hardwood or softwood. Hardwood species can be Yellow Stringybark, White Mahogany, Bloodwood, Iron Bark or Forest Oak. Softwood is typically Western Red Cedar. A shingle is a sawn piece of timber and therefore a uniform finish where a shake is split and is more rustic. If you would like more information on our shingles or slate roofing services in Sydney, please give us a call!

Why use timber shakes?

If you're going for that traditional rustic look, a timber shake roofing is perfect. Whereas a shingle is a smooth sawn piece of timber, a shake is split, giving it a strongly textured surface.
Timber shingles and shakes aren't only elegant and durable, they also provide an environmentally sound roofing solution. The manufacture of timber products generates far less amount of greenhouse gas emissions than other common building materials such as steel and concrete.

Over 25 years experience

Award winning member of the Master Tilers, Slaters & Shinglers Assoc. of NSW

Welsh Penrhyn roofing slate sets the benchmark for all natural roofing slates, and we are proud to offer this option amongst our range of quality roofing options. For more information or an obligation free quote, call our friendly team today!

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Our owner Damian Hand has over 26 years experience in slate roofing and shingling in Sydney. He is also on the Executive Committee of the Master Tilers and Slaters Association of NSW and Roofing Industry Association of NSW. Before you decide who does your slate roofing, ask your contractor

Welsh Penrhyn roofing slate sets the benchmark for all
natural roofing slates, and we are proud to offer this option amongst our range of quality roofing options. For more
information or an obligation free quote, call our friendly team today!